MUMBAI, India, May 29 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641062326 A) filed by Maris Stella College, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, on May 16, for 'design and development of a functional dragon fruit jam - a natural powerful antioxidant & fiber rich delight (dragonboost jam).'
Inventor(s) include P. Bhavani; T. Kiranmai; and Dr. K. S. L. Ramya Krishna.
The application for the patent was published on May 29, under issue no. 22/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention proposes a novel functional fruit jam production system and method that utilizes dragon fruit (Hylocereus spp.) pulp as the primary base material, combined with dry dates powder as a natural sweetening and fortifying agent to create a refined sugar-free, nutrient-dense jam with superior nutritional, functional, and sensory qualities. This approach addresses the limitations of conventional mixed fruit jams, which are typically loaded with refined sugars and offer minimal dietary fiber or bioactive compounds. The invention integrates dragon fruit's natural betacyanins, polyphenols, vitamins, and fiber with the rich mineral content and natural sugars of date powder, along with pectin as a gelling agent and lemon juice as an acidulant. Optional natural preservatives may be added for enhanced shelf stability. Through an optimized sequence of pulp extraction, homogenization, blending, and controlled thermal processing, the method achieves a balanced Brix of 65-68, pH range of 3.0-3.5, and desirable gel consistency while preserving the vibrant natural color and flavor. The resulting jam demonstrates significantly improved nutritional profile with approximately 5.74 g dietary fiber and 2.90 g protein per 100 g, offering health benefits such as better digestive support, sustained energy release, and antioxidant protection. This invention provides an industrially scalable, health-oriented alternative for the functional food sector."
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